What is Education for Sustainable Development?

Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) encourages us to explore the profound interdependencies of ecological, societal, and economic systems.

ESD is about respecting and preserving our histories, valuing culture and community, caring for others and the environment, and taking action to create a fair, healthy, and safe world for all beings. ESD also supports flexibility, creativity, critical reflection, and fosters a sense of personal responsibility for the economy, society, and environment.

In Canada, Learning for a Sustainable Future has taken the lead on a variety of initiatives that support the UN DESD.